When you consider the space you get when buying a new house, there are many ways to look at what is available and what is affordable. The size of your family and the hobbies and interest of each contribute to the dilemma.

If you are a couple with no children, you may want a really wonderful large master bedroom with a sitting area and fireplace for a private retreat. The other bedrooms can be much smaller and function as only occasionally used guest rooms or an office. On the other hand, several children will not only need sleeping room but play room. The mix of boys and girls and ages further complicate the arrangement of space. Some families will prefer very small bedrooms with larger closets and a separate area for group play. While other families will have kids that love to spend many hours in their own room, reading, playing, studying, all in their own individual space. When children share a room separate closets help define space. If football, soccer, basketball, and outdoor activities are priority, then a large yard is high in the list. Sit down with your Realtor and discuss the high priority items on your want list. The perfect home has yet to be found, but if you have a majority of the wishes come true in the home you pick, the whole family will function smoother and the items you don’t consider perfect will matter less.